Aviation Project Manager – Design & Construction

AECOM; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Job summary

A leading infrastructure consulting firm based in Tampa, Florida is looking for an experienced Project Manager to deliver critical civil design solutions for airport infrastructure. The role involves managing multidisciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with FAA standards. Ideal candidates will have a BS in Civil Engineering and at least 6 years of related project management experience. This full-time position offers a competitive salary between $100,000 and $160,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 6 or more years of airside and landside airport project management experience.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams in aviation-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage project teams, subcontractors, and clients for airport projects.
• Ensure compliance with FAA standards for design and construction.
• Develop strong client relations and coordinate with various agencies.

Skills

Project management

Civil design solutions

Client relationship management

Mentorship and leadership

Education

BS Civil Engineering or related field

Job description

Overview

AECOM is delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world. We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

As a Project Manager for AECOM in Tampa, Florida, you’ll be at the forefront of delivering critical civil design solutions for airport infrastructure in Florida, as well as the US. This role offers a unique opportunity to develop designs for significant airport improvements in addition to simultaneously leading multidisciplinary teams in the planning, design, and construction of airside and landside improvements, ensuring compliance with FAA standards and client expectations.

This position places you at the forefront of delivering high‑impact civil design solutions for major airside and landside programs—projects that improve capacity, safety, efficiency, and the overall passenger experience. In this role, you’ll lead multidisciplinary teams through the planning, design, and construction of complex aviation improvements, ensuring alignment with FAA standards while delivering the quality and innovation our clients expect. The projects you’ll support are not only technically significant—they are highly visible, transformative initiatives that strengthen national transportation systems.

Responsibilities

• Project management of planning and design team members, sub-consultants, and contractors for ongoing planning, design, and construction projects of airfield and landside projects for General Aviation and Commercial Air Service Airports.
• Responsible for developing, supported by an experienced team of airport consultants, the planning, design, and construction administration of airports, including grading, drainage, pavement design, specifications, and construction safety plans.
• Mentor and develop staff, provide leadership and an environment that encourages teamwork, initiative, and growth. Receive mentorship from the most experienced airport consultants in the US.
• Supervision, coordination, and production of several projects concurrently.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Coordinate with clients, funding agencies, state aviation officials, FAA, and local permit Agencies

Qualifications

• Minimum: BS Civil Engineering or related field.
• 6 or more years of airside and landside airport project management or related field or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

Preferred

• Experience with airport improvements from planning through the design and construction phase
• EI or PE, preferably the State of Florida

Additional Information

• Sponsorship for US employment authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
• Relocation is not an option for this position.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. The range for this position is $100000 to $160000.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

Equal Opportunity

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10143859

Business Line: Transportation

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: On-Site

Compensation: USD 100000 - USD 160000 - yearly